St. Louis Indecent Exposure Lawyer

Missouri “Indecent Exposure” Laws

At The Hammer Law Firm, LLC, our
sex crime lawyers are based in St. Louis and represent individuals facing serious
charges throughout the area, including charges for indecent exposure.
We know these charges are serious, and we know that if you stand accused,
proven representation is critical. It's why we advise everyone to
contact us as soon as possible after being contacted by law enforcement.

A defendant can only be convicted of indecent exposure if the prosecutor
can prove the following four elements:

There was actual exposure of the individual's "private body parts."
This refers to body parts such as male and female genitals, and female breasts.

The exposure under question must have been done willfully and with intent.
This means that the accidental exposure of private body parts, such as
an unintentional wardrobe malfunction, would not considered a legal offense
and cannot be prosecuted.

The exposure must have occurred in a public place in order for it to be
punishable by the law. This includes retail establishments and public
recreational areas, but excludes private homes and bedrooms. In Missouri,
the definition of a "public place" is broad and open to interpretation
by the presiding judge or jury.

The exposure must have taken place in the presence of another person. There
must have been an onlooker within sight when the exposure took place.
In Missouri, indecent exposure with a child present is taken more seriously
than if the only witnesses were adults.

The severity of the charge could differ from case-to-case. For example,
a public urination charge may not be dealt with as seriously as a public
indecency for the purpose of solicitation.

Although it is not an offense warranting enrollment in the state's
sex offender registry, indecent exposure can be categorized as a
2nd degree misdemeanor punishable by the law.

Choosing The Hammer Law Firm, LLC

If you are facing indecent exposure-related charges, you need a defense
attorney you can trust. By retaining our law firm, you get the benefit of:

Over 30 years’ combined experience

Attorneys who are former prosecutors

Advocates who are always there to field your calls and concerns

A firm that will represent you without judgment

Contact Our Missouri Sex Crime Attorneys

Individuals who've been accused of indecent exposure in the state of
Missouri can find the aggressive criminal defense team they need at The
Hammer Law Firm, LLC. Backed by years of legal experience and a number
of past successful cases, we are more than prepared to help you fight
the charges that have been made against you. The first consultation with
a sex crime defense attorney at our firm is provided completely free of
charge or obligation, so don't wait to
contact us today at (314) 334-3807.

The information on this website is for general information purposes only.
Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual
case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt
or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

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